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M J Murphy Beauty College of Mount Pleasant
Mount Pleasant, Michigan · Private for-profit career college · Training programs available:
Address: 201 W Broadway, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858 · Phone: (989) 773-8629 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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M J Murphy Beauty College of Mount Pleasant is a private for-profit trade school in Mount Pleasant, Michigan offering cosmetology and nail technician programs, accredited by NACCAS.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, this campus has a 92.9% completion rate, above the Michigan state average of 56.9%, with median earnings of $20,720 ten years after entry. Median graduate debt is not reported for this campus.
Annual cost of attendance at M J Murphy Beauty College of Mount Pleasant is $12,883, and federal financial aid can be used here, with 64.1% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists | $25,960 | $34,820 | $60,590 |
| Manicurists and pedicurists | $27,740 | $36,890 | $59,210 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Michigan (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $15,717 | $13,702 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 11 | $15,717 | $13,702 | not reported |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 2 | $15,717 | $13,702 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
M J Murphy Beauty College of Mount Pleasant is a private for-profit trade school located in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, a distant town setting. The school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and students here can use federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants. The campus primarily awards credentials in cosmetology and nail technician programs, with cosmetology schools (13) and nail technician schools (11) representing its top programs among 3 total program offerings.
In terms of outcomes, the campus reports a completion rate of 92.9%, which is above the Michigan state average of 56.9%. Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $20,720. The annual cost of attendance is listed at $12,883, and 64.1% of students receive Pell Grants. Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This school may suit students seeking focused, hands-on training in cosmetology or nail technology rather than a multi-year associate degree path; based on the program families offered, the format appears geared toward relatively shorter, skills-based training, which can appeal to career changers, though specific program lengths are not stated in the data provided. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review official federal outcome data through the College Scorecard before enrolling, since figures can change and some data points, such as graduate debt, are not reported for this campus.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
The school offers cosmetology schools (13) and nail technician schools (11) programs, totaling 3 programs overall.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, the school is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, and its accreditation status is listed as accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, meaning FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used here.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 92.9%, which is above the Michigan state average of 56.9%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (989) 773-8629 or check the College Scorecard for updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $20,720.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $12,883.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition costs and eligibility for certain aid programs compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (989) 773-8629 or visit https://mjmbc.net/ for details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences and review outcome data via the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?170736.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's cosmetology and nail technician program families suggest a skills-focused, hands-on training format, though specific fit for career changers is not detailed in the data provided.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Licensing or certification requirements after program completion are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for details.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact M J Murphy Beauty College of Mount Pleasant at (989) 773-8629 or visit their website at https://mjmbc.net/ for application details.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.